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Double Chocolate Fudge Balls Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of almond flour
- 1/2 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup of coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 cup of pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup of dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Special equipment needed:
- Food processor
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a food processor, pulse the almond flour, cocoa powder, and sea salt until combined.
3. Add in the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Pulse until a dough forms.
4. Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
5. Using a cookie scoop, form the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the balls are firm to the touch.
7. Let the balls cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
350°F
Serving size:
Makes 12-14 balls

Nutritional information:
Per serving (1 ball):
Calories: 160
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 8g
Protein: 2g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Almond flour can be substituted with any other nut flour or all-purpose flour.
- Coconut oil can be substituted with butter or ghee.
- Pure maple syrup can be substituted with honey or agave nectar.
- Dark chocolate chips can be substituted with milk chocolate chips or chopped nuts.

Variations:
- Roll the balls in shredded coconut or chopped nuts before baking.
- Add in 1/4 cup of peanut butter or almond butter for a nutty flavor.
- Use white chocolate chips instead of dark chocolate chips for a sweeter taste.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to use melted coconut oil to help bind the dough together.
- If the dough is too sticky, refrigerate it for 10-15 minutes before forming the balls.
- Store the balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Storage instructions:
Store the balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Reheating instructions:
The balls can be eaten cold or warmed up in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the balls on a platter with a dusting of cocoa powder or powdered sugar.

Garnishes:
Garnish the balls with a drizzle of melted chocolate or a sprinkle of sea salt.

Pairings:
Serve the balls with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
The balls can be served as a dessert or snack on their own.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the balls are too dry, add in a tablespoon of coconut oil or maple syrup to the dough.
- If the balls are too wet, add in a tablespoon of almond flour to the dough.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to use clean hands and equipment when making the balls. Store them in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.

Food history:
Fudge has been around since the late 1800s and was originally made with sugar, butter, and milk. The addition of chocolate to fudge recipes didn't become popular until the early 1900s.

Flavor profiles:
The double chocolate fudge balls have a rich, chocolatey flavor with a hint of sweetness from the maple syrup.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the double chocolate fudge balls as a dessert or snack.

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Taste: Rich, Chocolatey, Sweet, Decadent, Fudgy